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Anthony Wenzel

Plainfield,IL

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse who is eager to utilize the knowledge and skill set necessary to offer quality and comprehensive patient care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships by respecting individual patient needs to optimize outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Diligent about serving all facets of patient’s personal and medical needs with close attention to detail. Efficient and knowledgeable worker dedicated to delivering high-quality care and maintaining patient safety. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent patient care.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Oncology

Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital
Palos Heights, IL
09.2021 - Current
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
  • Managed quality care and comfort for patients with complex health issues associated with a cancer diagnosis
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences and verifying interventions met treatment goals
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Provided end of life care to patients placed on hospice or palliative care
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their family members

Patient Care Technician, Extern

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
Wheaton, IL
12.2020 - 03.2021
  • Assisted patients in managing hygiene including bathing, perineal care, and oral care
  • Monitored patients’ blood glucose levels and report abnormal results
  • Aided in comfort care and mobility while maintaining patient safety
  • Coordinated with other members of health care team to optimize care
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Benedictine University
Lisle, IL
08.2022

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05.2021

Skills

  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Electronic Charting via EPIC
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Interpretation of Lab Results
  • Treatment Preparation
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Blood Product Transfusion
  • Student Precepting
  • Medical Emergency Response
  • Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
  • Disease Processes
  • Patient Medical Histories
  • Infection Control Procedures

Certification


Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois

Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider

Certified Nursing Assistant- January 2018

Honors/Awards

Member of the Rho Chapter of Alpha Delta Nu, May 2021

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Oncology

Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital
09.2021 - Current

Patient Care Technician, Extern

Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital
12.2020 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Benedictine University

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

College of DuPage

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